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JED Reports Major Power Outages in Northern Nigeria as Vandals Target Transformers and Cables
The Jos Electricity Distribution (JED) has reported severe infrastructure damage following a recent power outage across northern Nigeria, with over 80 transformers vandalized and cables looted. Plateau State was hardest hit, hindering power restoration efforts for affected communities.
Speaking on Friday, November 8, JED’s Chief Technical Officer, Eng. Hamisu Wakili Jigawa, highlighted the impact, noting that entire lines were stripped and aluminum conductors stolen, affecting around 213 kilovolt circuits. In some cases, transformers were dismantled, leaving empty shells behind.
Jigawa urged local communities to strengthen security measures around electrical assets to prevent further disruptions, warning that continued vandalism could result in extended power outages.
It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.
The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.
Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.
The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.
The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.
It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.
It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.
While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.
It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.
A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.
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